Budgeting 101 Teacher Guide
A comprehensive facilitation guide for the Budgeting 101 lesson, including learning objectives, pacing, and instructions for the 'Life Happens' simulation. Revised to improve page flow and ensure all content fits on two pages.
Reality Check Slides
A visual presentation introducing budgeting concepts, the distinction between needs and wants, and the rules for the 'Life Happens' simulation.
Monthly Ledger Worksheet
A printable monthly ledger where students track their starting income and subtract fixed expenses and 'Life Happens' events. Revised to fit all components on a single page and include balance cues for students. Final adjustment for perfect single-page printing.
Life Happens Cards Game
A set of printable task cards representing unexpected life events (expenses and windfalls) to be used during the budgeting simulation. Revised with 12 unique cards and improved layout for reliable printing across two pages.
Budgeting 101 Pre Test
A pre-assessment designed to gauge students' baseline knowledge of budgeting concepts, needs versus wants, and basic financial terminology. Optimized to fit on a single page.
Budgeting 101 Post Test
A post-assessment designed to measure students' understanding of budgeting, income types, and responsible financial decision-making after completing the unit. Optimized for single-page printing.
Budgeting 101 Answer Key
A combined answer key for the Budgeting 101 Pre and Post Assessments, including brief conceptual explanations for each answer. Revised for better page flow and visual clarity.